England’s new white-ball era under captain Harry Brook suffered a crushing setback as they were bowled out for just 131 in the first ODI at Headingley, with South Africa cruising to a seven-wicket victory.
Jamie Smith’s 54 was the only resistance as England collapsed, losing seven wickets for 29 runs, while Keshav Maharaj took 4-22 and Wiaan Mulder 3-33.
Debutant fast bowler Sonny Baker endured a torrid introduction, conceding 76 from seven overs, the most expensive ODI debut figures by an England bowler. Aiden Markram’s rapid 86 sealed South Africa’s dominance, finishing the chase with 29.1 overs to spare. The series continues at Lord’s on Thursday.
Result
- England vs South Africa, 1st ODI, South Africa tour of England
- ENG 131
- SA 137/3
- South Africa won by 7 wickets (with 175 balls remaining)
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